As they arrived back at the house, James's mother and Charlotte immediately stepped out, waiting for him.
When James got out of the car, it was a little heartwarming scene. Charlotte was jumping up and down with a big smile on her face, while his mother still looked a little worried.
"I'm back—" As he stepped up the stairs, a sharp pain shot through his body, and he knelt down.
"James?!" Hector grabbed his arm while his mother ran toward him, kneeling down.
"Are you okay, darling?" She asked, touching his face.
James took a second to respond but looked up with a smile, making sure Charlotte wouldn't start crying.
"God, the medicine wore off, I think… Maybe I really do need a cane after all." Hector grabbed him more firmly and pulled him up. "Well, shit, I need a disabled card too." He laughed with Hector, while his mother and Bella exchanged glances.
